Vickramabahu - I

Vikramabâhu - I (ruled 1111–1132) was a medieval king of Sri Lanka. He was the son of king Vijayabahu - I and the Queen Thilokasundari who was a Kalinga princess. He was the "Mapa"("Maha Arya Pada" or prince successor) who ruled the Ruhuna on behalf of the king during king Jayabâhu - I's reign.
After the death of king Jayabâhu - I, there were many conflicts due to the conspiracy by Vikramabâhu - I's aunt, the sister of king Vijayabahu - I, Miththa, to give the throne to her son while Vikramabâhu - I was in Ruhuna. However, Vikramabâhu who was the rightful ruler who was able to gain the throne while his aunt and her sons fled the country.

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